International Student Scholarships, Bond University, Australia

The International Student Scholarships are a testament to Bond University’s commitment to quality and outstanding international students. These scholarships are available to international students who have demonstrated outstanding academic ability (academic merit based scholarships).
Value
25% to 50% of tuition fees of any undergraduate or postgraduate degree (excluding Bond University’s Medical Program, Master of Psychology, Doctor of Physiotherapy)
Availability
10 x 25% scholarships annually
10 x 50% scholarships annually
Eligibility

• Available for international students only, for undergraduate or postgraduate study.
• Applicants must currently be or have previously been in the top 5% of their high school or university class.
• Students will be selected for scholarships based on outstanding academic ability. In addition, demonstrated strong leadership skills and extensive involvement in extracurricular activities will also be considered.
• Students whose first language is not English must refer to and meet Bond University’s standard. English entry requirements for undergraduate applicants.
• English entry requirements for postgraduate applicants.

Selection Criteria
Successful applicants will be awarded these scholarships based on their ability to meet the eligibility criteria outlined
Scholarship Application Closing Date

• September 21, 2012
• January 25, 2013
• May 31, 2013

Application Submission
All international students who have made an application to study at Bond University (by the scholarship closing date for each semester) will be considered for an International Student Scholarship.
It is recommended that when students complete a Bond University Application Form, they submit a personal statement (outlining why you should be awarded a Bond scholarship), references, resume and certified copies of other relevant documentation to assist in supporting your application.
As part of the selection process, all shortlisted applicants will be required to participate in a telephone interview.
Selections for each intake of scholarship students are assessed based on academic merit. Should your submission not be successful at the time of application, your details will be reassessed for future semester intakes up until the point of acceptance.
Please note: Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for an interview. If you are not contacted for an interview by the dates stated in the general information above, then you can assume you have been unsuccessful in your application. Students will not be notified of their unsuccessful application in writing.
For further information, please contact:
Carlie Birt
Scholarship Coordinator
Phone: +61 7 5595 1028
Email: scholarships@bond.edu.au
For more information, please visit : official website

MSc Scholarships, International Space University, France

The International Space University is provided funding from industry and government agencies to help support MSc students who are unable to cover all of their tuition fees. This aid is available to selected applicants, and covers a portion of their fees. It is paid directly to ISU by the sponsoring organization.
This financial aid is available for:

• applicants from Europe (the countries listed below have priority*)
• applicants from the United States and Canada
• applicants from developing countries
• applicants from other countries (within the limits of funds available)

(*Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, United Kingdom)
Financial aid is granted on the basis of:

• academic and professional merit
• demonstrated efforts in personal fund-raising
• demonstrated financial need

Applicants for the MSc programs 2013-2014 should apply online on the ISU website before 15 March 2013 if they want to be considered for scholarship support, and before 30 June 2013 if they are not in need of financial aid. Financial aid will be awarded within the limits of funds available, so early applications are highly recommended. Please note that the relevant box on the Confidential Financial Information form of the application must be checked. It is recommended that candidates make a personal effort to raise funds enabling them to attend the program. Such initiatives are taken into consideration when ISU allocates funding.
When submitting your application to ISU, please don’t forget to attach your resume. Your resume may be given by ISU Staff Members to sponsors. However, ISU will not give its sponsors contact information, but will try its best to match applicant’s profiles to sponsor requirements.
The ISU Funding Committee, which includes both faculty and Sponsors, awards funding to applicants whose career goals appear to stand to gain substantial benefit from the ISU MSc programs. Funding is given for help towards tuition fees only. ISU does not assist with living or travel expenses.
For more information, please visit : official website

Research Fellowships, Harvard Kennedy School Indonesia, USA

Call for Fellows: August 2013 – June 2014
The Harvard Kennedy School (HKS) Indonesia Program invites Indonesian researchers, academics, and practitioners to apply for the Indonesia Research Fellowship in order to pursue independent research projects at the Ash Center. Made possible through the generous support of the Rajawali Foundation, this research fellowship opportunity allows successful applicants to join a lively community of researchers working on Asia-related issues.
Research Fellowships may be focused on individual research or institutional development, as follows:
(a) Research Fellows may pursue significant in-depth research in their area of academic and/or professional expertise, including but not limited to: completing dissertation research and writing (for pre-doc Fellows); publishing articles following a dissertation (for post-doc Fellows); or completing an applied policy analysis of areas of professional expertise (for Practitioner Fellows).
(b) Research Fellows may be representatives of research institutions or universities in Indonesia, and may use the fellowship to explore areas of academic development and collaboration such as curriculum development and case study development. The proposed work must clearly strengthen the institutional capabilities of the host institution for teaching or researching public policy in Indonesia.

• Appointments will run for one full academic year, from mid-August 2013 to mid-June 2014.
• With instructor approval, Research Fellows may “audit” classes at Harvard Kennedy School or other Harvard schools.
• Research Fellows will receive a certificate upon completion, but no degrees will be conferred.
• Research Fellows will receive shared office space within the Ash Center, on the campus of Harvard University in Cambridge (outside Boston, Massachusetts).
• Research Fellows will have access to the library system of Harvard University.
• For Indonesian Research Fellows, HKS will pay for appropriate housing, health insurance, and a modest living stipend. HKS will not provide international transportation or pay for pre-departure costs. (If accepted, Research Fellows are encouraged to seek financial support for these items from their employers or other sponsors such as the Indonesian Ministry of Education or DIKTI, the Directorate General for Higher Education.)

Criteria and Expectations
Fellows must be fluent in both written and spoken English. All fellows will be expected to participate in research seminars, produce a 10-page written paper summarizing their research (ideally published before completion of the research fellowship period), and make at least two presentations (one in the Cambridge area and at least one in Indonesia) about their research.
Indonesian Research Fellowships are open to candidates from government, academia, and independent research communities. Fellows usually fall into one of the following categories: Pre-Doc Fellow, Post-Doc Fellow, or Senior Practitioner. Although proposals for one semester of research may be considered, preference will be given to research proposals that represent ambitious and significant work over two semesters (one full academic year).
Strong proposals in any aspect of public policy will be considered, and candidates should propose research questions that are meaningful based on their area of expertise and analysis of the challenges in Indonesia. Applicants are encouraged to review the 2010 HKS analysis of the Indonesian political economy, which encourages further study of 1) institutional transformation; 2) opportunities and challenges of globalization; 3) equity and opportunity; and 4) reconstructing citizenship. This report is also available in Bahasa Indonesia at Gramedia Bookstores under the title Indonesia Menentukan Nasib: Dari Reformasi ke Transformasi Kelembagaan.
For the Academic Year 2012-13, preference will be given where possible to candidates whose proposed research is linked to one of the following areas:

• Local governments and governance in Indonesia, including the quality of public service delivery, competitiveness of local governments, economic or policy analysis of corruption, and identity politics;
• Economic and/or policy analysis of transportation and urban infrastructure in Indonesia, including public-private partnerships for infrastructure, improvements to public transportation, and other issues affecting the economic productivity and quality of life in Indonesia’s cities;
• Social policy in Indonesia, including effectiveness of social safety net programs, national strategies for poverty reduction, and local government experience with service provision for vulnerable populations;
• Energy development, including energy policy, energy markets, environmental policy, climate change and carbon trading, or sustainability; or
• Strategic development of academic programs in Indonesia that teach public policy.

Application and Deadlines
Candidates should apply by February 15, 2013 for the Indonesian Research Fellowships for the period August 2013 to June 2014.
To apply, please prepare the following materials:

• Cover page with name, contact information, and affiliation.
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae, including any publishing history.
• Letter from supervisor or host institution providing a strong rationale of why this candidate should be chosen; what her/his role is in terms of academic and programmatic leadership within the hosting institution; and how she/he will contribute to accelerating reform in Indonesia over the long term.
• Proposal of 5-10 pages describing research or project to be conducted during this Research Fellowship including:
• Main policy questions to be examined
• Value to Indonesia
• Relevant literature and data
• Research methodology to be used
• Results to be achieved
• Relationship of this proposed Research Fellowship to any previous or future research, including any internationally-published research
• Relationship of this proposed Research Fellowship to accelerating reform in Indonesia

Please send the application materials via email to hks_indonesia@hks.harvard.edu with “Research Fellow Application” in the subject line, no later than 5:00 p.m. ET (Cambridge local time) on February 15, 2013.

Master Scholarships in Microsystems Engineering, Masdar Institute of Science and Technology, UAE

The Nano-Optics and Optoelectronics Research (NOOR) Laboratory is growing and we need multiple students to work on our ongoing and future research projects. To become a student at NOOR Lab, one needs to apply directly to the Institute through the Institute’s admissions website. While all admission decisions are made by the Institute, it is in our best interest to see qualified students interested in NOOR Lab research admitted to the program.
If the research areas mentioned above do not sound familiar to you, please do not feel discouraged. Some background in photonics is a plus, it is by no means a requirement. We accept students with different backgrounds, and in fact many faculty think that prior experience in photonics is relatively unimportant compared to the overall abilities and the level of motivation of the applicant.
The Institute is currently accepting students to Master program. During the two-year program, students are taking classes and pursuing research in their selected field. A thesis is submitted at the end of the program. While peers and faculty represent over 30 different nationalities, all instruction is conducted in English.
Applicants from all parts of the world are welcome. There is no application fee.
All admitted students will have the following benefits:

• Scholarships / research assistantships providing full financial support is available to students of all nationalities. It includes all tuition fees, medical insurance, housing, travel expenses, laptop, and a cost of living allowance;
• Access to the cleanrooms and the electron microscopy lab, expected to be fully operational by the end of 2012;
• Opportunity to work in laboratories with state-of-the art equipment.

The students can work on design, fabrication, and/or characterization, regarding on their preferences.
How to apply
We are a part of the Microsystems Engineering program, so to become a student at NOOR Lab, one needs to apply for MSc in Microsystems Engineering at Masdar Institute. The latest official information about application requirements and application instructions can be found on Masdar Institute Admissions pages. All applications should be submitted directly to the Institute, and all questions regarding the application process should be directed to the Institute’s Admissions Office.
Masdar Institute has a one-year admission cycle for the Masters program; the applications are accepted until May 31 of each year, and admitted students start their studies in September. Applications for Fall 2013 can be submitted online starting November 1.
Here is a brief summary of admission requirements with some advice:

• TOEFL (or academic IELTS) – The minimum TOEFL score required is 91 (Internet based) on the international TOEFL. Equivalent paper/computer based TOEFL is also accepted. The TOEFL can only be waived for native English speakers. The minimum academic IELTS score required is 6.5.
• GRE General Examination. The most important part of the exam is Quantitative, where the minimum score of 700 (old scoring system) or 155 (new scoring system) is required, and higher score is recommended. GRE Subject test is not required. If you are not familiar with TOEFL / GRE exams – these are standardized multi-choice tests which are widely used in the US to evaluate applicant to graduate schools. Masdar Institute is built with MIT standards in mind, so similar admission requirements have been adopted. These tests are administered in many countries around the world. In some countries the testing is available only few times a year (and it takes some time for the test scores to reach us), so please plan in advance. If you passed the tests, but you don’t think the test scores will arrive on time, please contact the admissions office, it might still be possible to consider your application.
• Statement of Objective, which is a 1-2 page long document explaining your motivation for pursuing graduate studies at Masdar. Statement of Objectives is an important part of the applications. You can view it as your letter to the admission committee, where you have a chance to explain why you think you will become a successful student. If there is some specific positive aspect about your application you think we should know about, please mention it. For example, if you have a GPA (average grade) of 3.2 out of 4.0, which might look low to us, but if you mention that your school is notorious for strict grading and your GPA of 3.2 is actually in the top 5% of your class, and also point out that your low grades were mostly in humanities, then your GPA of 3.2 becomes a completely different story. It helps to be specific – facts are always better than general statements (i.e. if you argue that you should be admitted because “you want to save the Earth”, this is not very specific). It is important to mention your the area of research you are interested in. It helps to mention specific topics you are interested in and the names of the faculty you might consider working with, but this is not really necessary, we understand that students usually do not come with the specific research program in mind, and they need help formulating it.
• The minimum required GPA is 3.0 on a 4.0 point scale. As mentioned above, it really helps if you explain how your GPA should be interpreted – different schools and countries often have completely different grading standards.
• 3 recommendation letters are required. At the time of the application, you will need to provide contact information of your referees, and Masdar Institute will contact them directly.
• The resume/CV is required, and it is an important part of your application, because it provides a good format for a concise summary of your strengths.
• The application deadline is May 31 of each year, but applications are reviewed throughout the year, so you are welcome to apply early. This year, the Institute will start accepting applications on November 1.

Please note once again that what the above information is not not official, and our comments represent our opinion, but not necessarily the position of the Institute. For the official information, please refer to Masdar Institute Admissions page, which is the only official source of up-to-date information.
For more information, please visit : official website

Women in Engineering Scholarship, RMIT University, Australia

School of Aerospace Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering Women in Engineering Scholarship
If you are a woman commencing engineering studies in 2013 in the School of Aerospace, Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering, this scholarship can provide you financial assistance within your first year of study.
Value and duration
The scholarship pays $5000 for one year (first year).
Number of scholarships available
3
Eligibility
To be eligible for this Scholarship you must:

• be female
• be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, international student or humanitarian visa holder
• have achieved an ATAR score (or Year 12 equivalent) of 95 or above in 2011–2012
• be commencing full-time studies in a Bachelor of Engineering degree in the School of Aerospace, Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering at RMIT in Semester 1 2013
• have demonstrated leadership experience in a societal or cultural setting
• be available for an interview if shortlisted.

How to apply
Apply by completing the application form at official website and submit to: Louise Walker
By post: School of Aerospace, Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering, RMIT University, GPO Box 2476, Melbourne VIC 3001, Australia
In person: School of Aerospace, Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering, Building 57, Level 3 (Reception) City Campus, Corner Lygon and Queensberry Streets, Carlton.
Open date
For the 2013 academic year, applications open Monday 3 September 2012.
Close date
For the 2013 academic year, applications close 5pm Friday 22 February 2013.
Terms and conditions
As holder of this scholarship you must maintain at least satisfactory academic performance.
The scholarship will be paid in two instalments: $2500 in April/May and $2500 in September.
Further information
The scholarships seek to recognise and reward talented female students who can demonstrate outstanding levels of academic achievement.
Contact
Contact Louise Walker, School of Aerospace, Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering.

Reham al-Farra International Scholarship in Journalism, Bournemouth University, UK

This scholarship is offered to international students who have applied to study the MA Multi Media Journalism course at BU beginning in September 2013, and who can demonstrate they already have an outstanding academic profile.
Who is eligible to apply for this scholarship?
All applicants classified as ‘overseas’ for fee purposes are eligible to apply.
To which courses does this scholarship apply?
Only students who have applied for MA Multi-media Journalism in The Media School and who have been made an offer of a place on the course, (conditional or unconditional) will be considered for the scholarship.
How much is the scholarship worth?
£3,000
How is this scholarship paid?
Scholarships are paid by a reduction in tuition fee.
How many scholarships are awarded annually?
One
What are the criteria for this scholarship?
The Scholarship is awarded to a student who has achieved an excellent standard in their undergraduate degree, can demonstrate a high level of English proficiency (if English is not their first language) and has provided information which suggests that they are likely to be an asset to the programme.
The final decision is based on the information supplied in both your Bournemouth Media School course application form and scholarship application form.
Other information about this scholarship

• Recipients of this scholarship cannot be in receipt of any other BU scholarship
• Financial need will not be taken into consideration.

The deadline for applying for this Scholarship is 31 May 2013.
When will I hear if I have been successful?
The successful applicant will be notified four weeks after the deadline.
Completed application forms should be returned to:
askBU Students Service
Bournemouth University
The Base
Poole House
Fern Barrow
Poole
BH12 5BB
UK
Forms can also be scanned and emailed to: askBUstudents@bournemouth.ac.uk
For more information, please visit : official website

University of Adelaide Student Exchange Program – Gadjah Mada University

The University of Adelaide has 7 Endeavour Student Exchange Awards, each worth A$ 5,000 for UGM students to spend a semester as an exchange student at the University of Adelaide transferable to your UGM degree. This program is eligible for all undergraduate students in the following areas:

• Engineering, Computer, and Mathematical Sciences: computer science, engineering, mathematics
• Health Sciences: dentistry, medicine, nursing, psychology
• Humanities and Social Sciences: history, politics, music, social sciences
• Professions: architecture, business, economics, education, law
• Sciences: agriculture, chemistry, earth, and environmental sciences, molecular science, physics, veterinary science

The areas in which you can study can be found official website. Information on individual courses (subjects), syllabus information and class details also can be found in the Course Planner.
The scholarship will meet nearly all your cost for one semester, but you will need to find at least Rp. 6.000.000 or preferable Rp 10.000.000 to 20.000.000 for visa administration fee, medical test for visa, health insurance for 1 semester, return airfare, and living costs for 5 months @ A$270/week.
The program will start according to University of Adelaide’s semester schedule: semester 1 from late February until late June, and semester 2 from late July until mid-November.
To qualify for the student exchange and the scholarship, you must:

• have completed one year of studes at UGM before you commence the exchange
• have a Grade Point Average of at least 3 out of 4
• have a TOEFL paper-based test total score of 550, with a minimum of 4.0 in Test of Written English (TWE), or a TOEFL internet-based test total score of 80, with a minimum of 20 in Writing and Speaking and 18 in Reading and Listening, or an IELTS overall band score of at least 6.0, with a minimum band score of 6.0 in Writing and Speaking and 5.5 in Reading and Listening, or a Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic overall score of 58, with a minimum of 58 in Writing and Speaking and 50 in Reading and Listening. The TOEFL ITP is NOT accepted.

Please submit the following documents to OIA UGM:

1. Latest transcript in English (minimum GPA 3.00)
2. Copy of your English proficiency test
3. Copy of your CV
4. Recommendation letter from your faculty
5. 200 words essay of “Why do you deserve to be chosen in University of Adelaide Student Exchange Program”
6. Copy of your passport

no later than October 15, 2012; for the semester 1 study; and 15 March 2013 for the semester 2 study. Nominated students will be notified soon after the deadline.
Office of International Affairs
Bulaksumur, Yogyakarta 55281, Indonesia
Universitas Gadjah Mada
Phone : (62-274) 563974
Fax : (62-274) 552810
E-mail : oia@ugm.ac.id